Goud community is a Hindu caste hailing from Varanasi and settled in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Orissa and Maharastra. The Telangana and Rayalaseema regions of Andhra Pradesh have large concentration of Goud community. Goud Brides can speak Telegu, Hindi, Rajasthani, Marathi, Oriya and Kannada depending on the birthplace. The wedding celebrations of Goud community have distinct rituals and traditions. A Goud bride wears traditional wedding attire, gold jewelry and fresh flower garlands.